LVNPPA serves businesses and commercial areas in North Portland, geographically defined by Kelly Point Park on the west, I-5 on the east, the Willamette River on the south, and the Columbia River on the north. This area includes the following neighborhoods: St. Johns, Cathedral Park, University Park, Portsmouth, Kenton, Arbor Lodge, Overlook and Hayden Island in its entirety. Within these commercial areas, our grant awards aim to:
- Improve safety
- Increase utilization or occupancy
- Encourage employment and development opportunities
- Improve appearance or cleanliness
- Provide aid to residents, nonprofits or small businesses
- Improve or increase utilization of shared cultural, environmental, educational or recreational space
- Build and enhance relationships between businesses and/or businesses and neighbors
